Wisdom Ranch School Mentor

Wisdom Ranch School - In the gorgeous Rocky Mountain West

Posted: Apr 02, 2013

Help Wanted Now - Work Outdoors and Change Lives

Wisdom Ranch School is an alternative boarding school for adolescent boys on a 4,000 acre working cattle ranch near Arco, Idaho. Wisdom Ranch and its staff provide an environment where young men develop their own motivation, independence, personal responsibility, and decision-making skills. It combines academics, a family-style setting, and ranch living to create a well-rounded experience for our students.


Wisdom Ranch School is not a Residential Treatment Center (RTC), Drug Treatment Center, or youth "boot camp".  

The student mentor position is integral to the success of the Wisdom Ranch School (WRS) and its students. Mentors are role models in every way—in work, academics, and play. Student mentors live with and work alongside our students during their shifts. The job requires a passion for helping others, genuine dedication and caring, and a desire to work with high school-age youth.

Job Requirements

People who are successful in the position tend to possess: 1.) a strong sense of self, 2.) an ability to be flexible and learn new approaches to working with people, 3) a passion for personal development, education, and self-reflection, 4.) an appreciation for hard work and the outdoors, 5.) a sense of humor. Prior teaching experience, a teaching certification, and ranch experience is an asset, but not required.

The schedule at WRS is unique and allows ample time off for those who lead active lives. You’ll earn more time off during each quarter with us. It makes for a great work-hard / play-hard life balance. While the schedule may sound appealing, apply to work with us because you want to make a difference in someone’s life - and then you can begin to make it happen.

Salary & Benefits: This is a full-time, year-round, salaried position with health insurance. Live on-site.

To Apply: Read more about us on our web site. Send a resume and cover letter describing why you are interested in the position to Rocky Moldenhauer at rocky@wisdomranch.org Phone: 208-527-4750, fax 208-527-4751.

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